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Lightning’s Stamkos sore, but intends to play on Tuesday

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

Steven Stamkos woke up Monday no worse for the wear. For the Lightning, that’s good news.

Stamkos suffered a lower back contusion on the opening shift of Sunday’s game against Pittsburgh after hitting the end boards as a result of a hit by Penguins’ defenseman Brooks Orpik. Stamkos…

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Lightning kick off season-ticket drive; prices frozen or reduced for renewels

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

For current season ticket holders, and those who are interested in becoming season ticket holders, new owner Jeff Vinik has a deal for you as on average renewals are down nearly 10 percent and all renewels will have either a price freeze or reduction.

Here is the release from the…

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For the Lightning, it’s not the move it’s the motive

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

BRANDON - The Lightning still don’t resume their season for three more days, yet the drama of the season is already starting to peak. Unfortunately it has nothing to do with the fact that the team is only one point out of a playoff spot heading into Tuesday’s home game…

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Lightning unplugged to feature Vinny Lecavalier, Kurtis Foster and Steve Downie tonight

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

Here’s the details regarding the Q&A session with the players:

The Tampa Bay Lightning and its players will host their fourth “Lightning Unplugged” event of the season on Thursday, February 25, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. at the Tilted Kilt in Carrollwood located at 14457 North Dale Mabry Highway.  “Unplugged” is…

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Comments from Lightning general manager Brian Lawton regarding Wes Walz firing, Jim Johnson hiring

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

On whether the situation was discussed with Rick Tocchet: “I did discuss this with Rick, but ultimately this is my decision and Rick should not be held accountable for it. If it works and it does make that eighth-finish difference he should take all the credit. And if it doesn’t…

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Rick Tocchet not consulted on letting Wes Walz go

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

Just another day in covering the most Dynasty-esque franchise in pro sports today. All that’s missing is a cameo by Joan Collins, who may or may not be in line to be the next assistant coach on Rick Tocchet’s coaching staff.

The drama started on Tuesday night when Darren Dreger…

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Lightning defensemen Lundin, Hedman to appear tonight in Brandon

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

Dave Mishkin hosts as Victor Hedman and Mike Lundin are guests

* Radio show from 7 to 8 on 620 WDAE, Autographs from 8 to 8:30

* McDonald’s at 10019 West Adamo Drive (corner of 60 and Falkenburg)

* Free event, with appearances from Thunderbug, Lightning Girls, and mobile marketing…

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Former Lightning PR Director Jay Preble joins USL

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

While this technically does not register as Lightning news, it is good to see that Jay Preble, who served the Lightning for 13 years in the media relations department, finally get back on his feet so to speak. Preble was laid off in April as the Lightning’s new (and now…

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Dallas defenseman Trevor Daley with a classy move

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

Saw this video this morning on Kuklas Korner from the Dallas-Chicago game where a pane of glass was knocked out of the extensions following a hard check. Right in the front row was a elementary-aged young boy, who had the entire pane fall onto his face. As…

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Lightning terminate contract of defenseman Lukas Krajicek

Bolts Report (Erlendsson) - 42 min 32 sec ago

The contract of defenseman Lukas Krajicek has officially been terminated by the Lightning, which makes Krajicek an immediate unrestricted free agent and eligible to sign with any team, whether it’s in the NHL or in Europe/Russia.

Krajicek, who was signed to a one-year deal worth $1.475 million on July 2,…

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BoltProspects: RT @NorfolkAdmirals: Tokarski gets the start and both Carter Ashton & Richard Panik will make their pro debuts tonight http://bit.ly/aDUAPw

BoltProspects Twitter - March 17, 2010 - 14:34
BoltProspects: RT @NorfolkAdmirals: Tokarski gets the start and both Carter Ashton & Richard Panik will make their pro debuts tonight http://bit.ly/aDUAPw

TBLightning: Also, the legendary Harry Neale is our guest on Lightning Hockey Night tonight at 7pm on 620 WDAE-AM. http://bit.ly/diObe5

TBL Twitter - March 17, 2010 - 13:22
TBLightning: Also, the legendary Harry Neale is our guest on Lightning Hockey Night tonight at 7pm on 620 WDAE-AM. http://bit.ly/diObe5

TBLightning: We'll post an archive of today's Vinny interview tomorrow. Look for it in the Audio section of our web site.

TBL Twitter - March 17, 2010 - 13:21
TBLightning: We'll post an archive of today's Vinny interview tomorrow. Look for it in the Audio section of our web site.

BoltProspects: More on Barberio, and the last Lightning prospect to win the Q's Top Defenseman award... http://bit.ly/abFUbg

BoltProspects Twitter - March 17, 2010 - 13:19
BoltProspects: More on Barberio, and the last Lightning prospect to win the Q's Top Defenseman award... http://bit.ly/abFUbg

TBLightning: Lecavalier on @nhllive now. Watch here: http://bit.ly/cocT2B

TBL Twitter - March 17, 2010 - 12:45
TBLightning: Lecavalier on @nhllive now. Watch here: http://bit.ly/cocT2B

TBLightning: Vincent Lecavalier is scheduled to call in to @nhllive around 1:30 today. Check out our web site to watch online: http://bit.ly/cocT2B

TBL Twitter - March 17, 2010 - 12:23
TBLightning: Vincent Lecavalier is scheduled to call in to @nhllive around 1:30 today. Check out our web site to watch online: http://bit.ly/cocT2B

BoltProspects: Lightning prospect Mark Barberio of Moncton is one of three finalists for the Emile "Butch" Bouchard Trophy as the Q's best defenseman.

BoltProspects Twitter - March 17, 2010 - 11:29
BoltProspects: Lightning prospect Mark Barberio of Moncton is one of three finalists for the Emile "Butch" Bouchard Trophy as the Q's best defenseman.

TBLightning: Link to post game wrap up: http://bit.ly/czqaLP Video from Coach Tocchet and inside the locker room included.

TBL Twitter - March 16, 2010 - 22:54
TBLightning: Link to post game wrap up: http://bit.ly/czqaLP Video from Coach Tocchet and inside the locker room included.

TBLightning: Final score 2-1 Coyotes. Post game video from Lecavalier, Lundin, Bochenski and Coach Tocchet coming up.

TBL Twitter - March 16, 2010 - 21:40
TBLightning: Final score 2-1 Coyotes. Post game video from Lecavalier, Lundin, Bochenski and Coach Tocchet coming up.

TBLightning: Just under five minutes left to play in regulation. Lightning continuing their surge on the Phoenix net. Still trail 2-1.

TBL Twitter - March 16, 2010 - 20:52
TBLightning: Just under five minutes left to play in regulation. Lightning continuing their surge on the Phoenix net. Still trail 2-1.
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